Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath Mourns the Loss of Acharya Satyendra Das
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Synopsis
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed profound sadness over the passing of Acharya Satyendra Das, the chief priest of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. He called the priest's demise an irreparable loss to the spiritual world, paying tribute to his lifelong dedication to Lord Ram.
Key Takeaways
- Acharya Satyendra Das was a revered spiritual leader.
- He served as the chief priest of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple.
- His passing is considered an irreparable loss.
- He dedicated his life to the Ram Lalla temple movement.
- Prominent figures mourned his death, highlighting his impact.
New Delhi, Feb 12 (NationPress) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath conveyed his profound sadness on Wednesday regarding the passing of Acharya Satyendra Das, the esteemed chief priest of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. In a touching tribute shared on social media platform X, CM Yogi stated: "The passing of Acharya Shri Satyendra Kumar Das Ji Maharaj, the devoted follower of Lord Ram and the chief priest of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, Shri Ayodhya Dham, is profoundly tragic and represents an irreparable loss to the spiritual community. A humble tribute! We beseech Lord Shri Ram to bestow a sacred place upon the departed soul and grant strength to the grieving disciples and followers to endure this significant loss. Om peace!"
Acharya Satyendra Das, at the age of 85, passed away on Wednesday while being treated at Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI), Lucknow, following a brain stroke. The news of his passing was confirmed by his disciple Pradeep Das.
The Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Brajesh Pathak, also conveyed his condolences, remarking: "Today, I received the disheartening news that the chief priest of Ayodhya Dham, the revered Satyendra Das Ji, has departed from this world. His passing is an irreparable loss. He dedicated his entire life to the Ram Lalla temple movement."
Former litigant in the Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid case, Iqbal Ansari, also expressed his sorrow, stating:
"The loss of the priest has brought immense grief throughout the nation and society. We mourn this departure. He served as a priest of Lord Ram in Ayodhya and was a significant spiritual figure. His absence will resonate deeply. I regarded him as a father, and his passing is a substantial loss for all. We pray for his soul's peace and trust he finds a place in heaven as a blessed servant of Lord Ram."
Acharya Satyendra Das was the longest-serving chief priest of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple, a position he held since the temple existed in its temporary form. His spiritual leadership and steadfast devotion made him a celebrated figure not just in Ayodhya but across India.
